SOUTH KOREA · BORYEONG · NOKDO
The Daecheon Nokdo ferry connects Daecheon Coastal Passenger Terminal in Boryeong with Nokdo Island. Haerang 1 operates on the Daecheon–Hodo–Nokdo–Oeyeondo route, providing the main passenger ferry connection to Nokdo.
01 · BASIC FERRY INFORMATION
How do I get from Daecheon to Nokdo?
The Daecheon Nokdo ferry departs from Daecheon Coastal Passenger Terminal in Boryeong. The ferry first calls at Hodo before continuing to Nokdo and then Oeyeondo.
Recent September 2026 timetable information shows Daecheon departures at 08:00 and 14:00, arriving at Nokdo at approximately 09:42 and 15:42. The scheduled journey time is about 1 hour 42 minutes.
The ferry travels from Daecheon to Hodo, then continues to Nokdo and Oeyeondo.
Haerang 1 has operated on the route since February 2026.
Recent September 2026 schedules show two daily departures from Daecheon.
Nokdo is reached after the ferry’s intermediate call at Hodo.
Actual sailing times may vary depending on tides and operating conditions.
02 · BOOKING
Check your ferry before travelling
Nokdo has a limited number of daily ferry services. Check both your outbound and return sailings before finalising your island travel plans.
Nokdo ferry booking
Passenger ferry tickets can be checked through Korea’s island ferry reservation service. Search using Daecheon as the departure port and Nokdo as the destination.
- Select Daecheon as the departure port.
- Select Nokdo as your destination.
- Choose your outbound and return dates.
- Check the departure time and passenger fare.
- Enter passenger information and complete the booking.
03 · BEFORE YOU BOOK
Check these details before boarding
Nokdo ferry services can be affected by West Sea tides and local docking conditions. Always check the latest operation status on your travel date.
Carry valid identification for domestic ferry ticketing and boarding procedures.
Do not rely only on an older timetable. Departure and arrival times can change by date.
With limited daily sailings, checking the return service in advance is important.
Fuel surcharges and other charges may affect the final ticket price.
Nokdo docking can be affected by tidal depth, so some calls may change depending on conditions.
Strong winds, high waves or poor marine conditions may cause delays or cancellations.
04 · TERMINAL INFORMATION
Where do I board the ferry?
Ferries to Nokdo depart from Daecheon Coastal Passenger Terminal in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-do.
Daecheon departure
- Terminal Daecheon Coastal Passenger Terminal
- Location Daecheon Port · Boryeong
- Route Daecheon → Hodo → Nokdo → Oeyeondo
- Vessel Haerang 1
- Departure 08:00 · 14:00
Nokdo return
- Departure Nokdo Ferry Landing
- Destination Daecheon Port
- Vessel Haerang 1
- Schedule Varies by season and travel date
- Important Check the return sailing before your trip
05 · BEST FOR
Who is the Nokdo ferry good for?
The Daecheon ferry provides Nokdo’s main public transport connection with the mainland.
Nokdo is one of Boryeong’s smaller inhabited West Sea islands.
The route is particularly suitable for passengers travelling without a vehicle.
The same ferry route also serves nearby Hodo and Oeyeondo.
06 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Daecheon Nokdo ferry FAQ
Where does the ferry to Nokdo depart from?
Ferries to Nokdo depart from Daecheon Coastal Passenger Terminal in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-do.
What time does the Daecheon to Nokdo ferry leave?
Recent September 2026 timetable information shows Daecheon departures at approximately 08:00 and 14:00. Always check your actual travel date before departure.
How long does the ferry from Daecheon to Nokdo take?
Recent timetable data shows a journey time of approximately 1 hour 42 minutes, with arrivals around 09:42 and 15:42.
What ferry operates to Nokdo?
The Daecheon–Hodo–Nokdo–Oeyeondo route is currently served by Haerang 1. The new vessel entered service on the route in February 2026.
How much is the ferry from Daecheon to Nokdo?
Recent September 2026 timetable data lists the basic adult one-way fare at approximately ₩14,500. Fuel surcharges and other charges may change the final price.